Large Natural Pearl
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl
Early 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Stud Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Stud Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Rose Gold
Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s American Victorian Drop Necklaces
Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
2010s British Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings
Natural Pearl, Gold Plate
Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Jade, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Russian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings
14k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver, Rhodium
Antique 1890s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Beaded Necklaces
Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
20th Century Beaded Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Natural Pearl, Pearl
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Fashion Rings
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Antique 1840s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Clip-on Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Platinum
2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century British Edwardian Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Chain Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...
Early 20th Century Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces
Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl
21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Fashion Rings
Pearl, Silver
Antique 18th Century Georgian Cluster Rings
Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Pearl
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Large Natural Pearl For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a Large Natural Pearl?
The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Depending on the size and quality, a natural pearl can be worth up to $1,500. In most cases, natural pearls are worth more than cultured pearls.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, there are natural pearls left. However, most have been harvested so they are extremely rare. Cultured pearls are still authentic pearls but more readily available. You’ll find a variety of pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Paspaley pearls are cultured — that is, the pearl-growing process is initiated by pearl farmers. Paspaley is known today as one of the finest suppliers of cultured pearls in the world. Shop a collection of genuine Paspaley pearl jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.